The Israeli military reported surrounding Gaza’s second-largest city, Khan Younis, in the south. They told residents to leave the area and go further south to Rafah, near the border with Egypt.
Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) lifted his hold on most military nominations and promotions, but said he’s still blocking the promotions of 11 four-star generals.
The Biden administration urged Congress to approve more aid for Ukraine. House Speaker Mike Johnson insisted that such aid is dependent on an overhaul of border policy.
Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) announced he’s not running for reelection in 2024. He served as temporary speaker this fall.
A massive explosion rocked a neighborhood in Arlington, Virginia, just miles from the nation’s capitol. The suspect, who is presumed dead, was reportedly shooting a gun as police executed a search warrant.
